Description

Very beautiful 1982 VW Beetle Silverbug Special Edition

Fitted with a 1600 cc rebuilt 4-cylinder engine instead of the original 1.2 litre engine, with a single carburettor.  Engine number: AS 1837627.  Equipped with electronic ignition and an electric fuel pump. Starts easily and drives very well. Also suitable as a daily driver and keeps up well with modern traffic.

The paintwork and underbody are in very good condition. The car has always been stored indoors. The exterior has been professionally resprayed and is in excellent condition. The fenders have been finished in Zingraumetallic, the color used on the final Anniversary Beetle delivered in 1986, giving this Silverbug a distinctive appearance compared to other examples. Panel fit is good throughout. Average paint thickness measures approximately 310 µm. The bodywork is in excellent, well-preserved condition. All emblems are present and correct.

The original Tectyl rust-proofing layer is still present and has been professionally maintained and touched up (documentation available). All chrome trim is complete and in good condition. The glass is in excellent condition all around. Rear window defroster fitted. All rubber seals are present and in very good condition.

The front seats and rear bench have been professionally reupholstered in the original fabric and are in excellent condition. The headliner has been renewed and looks very neat and spotless. The floor carpeting and door panels are in very good condition. The dashboard is complete and in excellent condition. All gauges are working.

Original vehicle documents and the original tool kit are present. The maintenance book shows the first owner from Arnhem. Original mileage records from 1982 are largely available (photos available). The original tool kit is complete and included.

Additional features include:

  • Original parcel shelf
  • New seat belts front and rear
  • Engine lid spoiler
  • Sporty star alloy wheels fitted, including wheel locks for theft prevention.
  • Original radio cassette player
  • Original door-operated interior lighting
  • Right-hand exterior mirror
  • Headlight warning buzzer
  • Dual cigarette lighter/power outlets mounted under the dashboard for everyday practicality
  • Spare keys included

A large file of documentation accompanies the car, including maintenance invoices, owner’s manual, stamped service booklet, and more.

Valid Dutch MOT (APK) until 2 December 2026.

Additional photos and videos, including cold start, engine running, and driving footage, are available and can be sent via WeTransfer upon request.

Condition & Registration

Condition category
Original
MOT
MOT until
12/2026
Registered
Ready to drive
Accident free

Self assessments

Engine (Seller assessment)
Paintwork (Seller assessment)
Interior (Seller assessment)
Technique (Seller assessment)

Inspection Report

Grade 2
Report available
Condition grade
2
Report provider
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Condition grade 2

Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Volkswagen
Model series
Beetle
Model name
Beetle Mexico Silver Bug
Manufacturer code
Mexico
First registration date
07/1982
Year of manufacture
1982
Mileage (read)
67,964 km
Chassis number
WVWZZZ11ZCM007276
Engine number
AS 1837627
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Yes
Number of owners
> 6

Technical details

Body style
Saloon (2-doors)
Power (kW/hp)
35/47 (Factory: 25/34)
Cubic capacity (cm³)
1584 (Factory: 1192)
Cylinders
4
Doors
Not provided
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Front
Front brakes
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Silver
Interior color
Others
Interior material
Textile

Location

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